Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Picadillo, a traditional Latin American dish that combines ground beef with sweet raisins, briny olives, and aromatic spices. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make meal promises to bring warmth and joy to your dining table. Serve it over rice or in warm tortillas, and experience a delightful dance of sweet and savory in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped (any color)
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with juice
- 1/3 cup raisins
- 1/3 cup sliced green olives (preferably pimento-stuffed)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp cider vinegar
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and bell peppers; sauté until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
- Increase heat slightly and add ground beef; break it up while cooking until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Mix in canned tomatoes, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Let simmer to meld flavors.
- Stir in raisins and green olives; cook for another 5 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and cider vinegar; let simmer uncovered for about 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Now serve over fluffy rice or wrapped in tortillas!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg